Accountant (CPA)

Nexus Recruitment Group; Makati; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Recruitment Group is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Certified Public Accountant (CPA) to oversee financial operations, reporting, and compliance for a growing retail and garment services company in the Philippines.

The ideal candidate will handle bookkeeping, tax compliance, month-end close, and internal controls, working with QuickBooks or Xero and collaborating with other departments to ensure accurate financial records and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy and CPA license.
• At least 3 years in accounting roles, preferably in retail/SME.
• Strong knowledge of local tax laws and BIR reporting.
• Proficient with accounting systems and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain financial statements, ledgers, and journal entries.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual closings.
• Oversee tax computations and filings (VAT, withholding, income tax).
• Ensure compliance with government reporting (BIR, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG).
• Reconcile bank statements, AP/AR, and inventory balances.
• Support audits and provide documentation for reviews.
• Monitor budget vs actual and flag variances.
• Coordinate with departments for expense tracking and financial support.

Skills

CPA licensed

General accounting

BIR reporting

Internal controls

Excel

Accounting software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Certified Public Accountant (CPA) to oversee the financial operations, reporting, and compliance activities of a growing company in the retail and garment services sector. This role ensures accurate bookkeeping, tax compliance, and financial transparency to support operational and strategic decision-making.

The ideal candidate is a licensed CPA with strong experience in general accounting, BIR reporting, and internal controls, and is capable of supporting both day-to-day transactions and month-end processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements, ledgers, and journal entries.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closings in accordance with local accounting standards.
• Oversee tax computations and filings, including VAT, withholding tax, and income tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with government reporting requirements (BIR, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, etc.).
• Reconcile bank statements, accounts payable/receivable, and inventory balances.
• Support audits and provide documentation as needed for internal and external reviews.
• Monitor budget vs. actual performance and flag variances for review.
• Recommend improvements to financial processes, controls, and reporting accuracy.
• Coordinate with other departments for expense tracking, purchasing, and financial support.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accountancy; must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• At least 3 years of experience in accounting roles, preferably within a retail, service, or SME environment.
• Strong knowledge of local tax laws, BIR reporting requirements, and statutory compliance.
• Proficient in accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.